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Afghanistan vs Ireland on March 15

After a very entertaining limited overs series between Ireland and Afghanistan, the focus now shifts to red-ball cricket as the two teams lock horns for a one-off test at the Rajiv Gandhi International stadium in Dehradun on Friday, March 15. While Afghanistan got the better off Ireland in the T20I series, the two teams won two games apiece to draw the ODI series. Afghanistan and Ireland will face off in the longest format of the game for the first time ever. Both the teams have played and lost the only Test match they’ve played so far. While Ireland threatened Pakistan in their opening game in the whites, Afghanistan were humbled by India in Bengaluru. Next five days will be definitely the enthralling contest between the two teams in Dehradun. The test match will be a perfect opportunity for Cricbattle players to win some easy money as the competition is less.

Best economical pick –The player of the match in the last ODI against Afghanistan, Andrew Balbirnie has a good chance of continuing his momentum in the Test match. The batsman had a good knock in the last game of the ODI series and is a smart pick because of the form he is in currently.

Top captains & vice captains – No matter what the format of the game is, Rashid Khan is a top-class bowler. The off-spinner is an amazing player to have in any team. With the pitch set to play a role in the five days, Rashid Khan could have a big impact on the game. Another spinner who is likely to take advantage of the conditions in Dehradun is Mohammad Nabi. The bowler is a good asset for any team and though he may not be that consistent with his performances, the Test format will suit him and he could pick up a few wickets in Dehradun. He can also bat in the middle-order and can be a very good pick for your Cricbattle Fantasy team.

Smart pick – The Afghanistan skipper Asghar Afghan is a man for the big occasions and this Test match is the perfect stage for him to create an impression in the longest format of the game. The associate cricketing nations don’t get that many chances to play red-ball cricket but players like Afghan are really good and could have a memorable match against Ireland.

Cautious Pick – After the breezy innings in the 2nd T20I earlier, Paul Stirling hasn’t lived up to the expectations in the ODI series. He is one of the senior statesmen in the Ireland squad and will have to take up the responsibility of the batting lineup. Stirling has got to be very picky with his shot selection and should avoid taking risks.

 My XI – Mohammad Nabi (Captain), Rashid Khan (Vice-Captain), Asghar Afghan, M Shahzad, W Porterfield, Andrew Balbirnie, Tim Murtagh, Andy McBrine, Hashmatullah Shahidi, Javed Ahmadi, Kevin O'Brien